Nurse Navigator, Oncology

Registered NurseNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$42.15-$63.23/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

Regions Hospital is seeking an RN to work in a full time Nurse Navigator role in our Cancer Care Center. The Oncology Nurse Navigator serves as a patient advocate and care coordinator for individuals diagnosed with cancer.

This role provides clinical guidance, emotional support, and logistical assistance throughout the continuum of care; from diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, or end-of-life care.

The Nurse Navigator works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely access to services, reduce barriers to care, and optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday

0800-1700

Required Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing (RN).
  • Associate’s degree in nursing
  • Two years of nursing experience in oncology (medical, surgical, radiation or infusion).
  • Current Registered Nurse license in either the state of Minnesota or Wisconsin upon hire. Must provide proof of application for alternate state license prior to start and obtain the second license within 30 days of hire.

Both Minnesota and Wisconsin RN license must be maintained.

  • Current Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification or willing to obtain within 2 years of hire OR successful completion of 36 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours each Commission on Cancer accreditation cycle.
  • Current colleagues have until July 1, 2028, to become OCN certified.
  • Current BLS provider status in accordance with American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines. On-line only is not accepted.

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Navigator serves as a patient advocate and care coordinator, providing clinical guidance and emotional support throughout the cancer care continuum. They work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely access to services and optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate’s degree in nursing and a current Registered Nurse license in Minnesota or Wisconsin. Two years of oncology nursing experience and current BLS certification are required, with OCN certification preferred or required within two years.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient advocacyCare coordinationMultidisciplinary collaborationPatient educationSymptom managementTreatment planningNursing assessment

Oncology — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 52% have no call, 86% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$110k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $111k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution29 jobs · 23 employers

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<$100k
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$100k-115k
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$115k-130k
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$131k
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$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks25 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
20%
CME allowance
12% this job
Loan repayment
4%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 3.9
Better work-life than 30% of Oncology (RN) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 306 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in St. Paul

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$299k
Typical market rent
$1,488/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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